Senior Technical Accountant

Lithia

Senior Technical Accountant at Lithia & Driveway handling complex accounting challenges and financial reporting processes. Analyzing transactions and ensuring compliance with U.S.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $65,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and financial reporting, with a strong ability to analyze financial results and provide insights. Proven experience in preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules while enhancing processes and controls.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeFinancial ReportingJournal Entry PreparationAnalytical SkillsCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationReconciliationFinancial AnalysisFinancial ReportingTechnical AccountingDocumentation StandardsVariance InvestigationAccounting Guidance ResearchClose Activities SupportExternal Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCoaching and GuidanceIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingCorporate AccountingFinancial Statement SchedulesAccounting InquiriesProcess EnhancementControl Strengthening

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the preparation and review of complex journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insights.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including financial reporting requirements.
Research accounting guidance and evaluate the treatment of non-routine transactions.
Document technical accounting conclusions in accordance with company policies and U.S. GAAP.
Review work prepared by team members, providing coaching and guidance to support quality and development.
Assist with financial statement schedules, disclosures, and external reporting requirements.
Partner with internal and external auditors and respond to accounting-related inquiries.
Identify opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen controls, and improve documentation standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience.
4–7 years of accounting experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Experience preparing and reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting analyses.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex accounting concepts clearly.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound professional judgment.
CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Paid Holidays
PTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1
Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Lithia Learning Center
Vehicle Purchase Discounts
Wellness Programs